San
boy name#12008 in 2025San entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2030 in 1967, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#12008
rank today
#2030
peak (1967)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4075 |
| 1920s | #4285 |
| 1940s | #3186 |
| 1950s | #3222 |
| 1960s | #3416 |
| 1970s | #3474 |
| 1980s | #3177 |
| 1990s | #5327 |
| 2000s | #9688 |
| 2010s | #10546 |
| 2020s | #11424 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named San are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical San alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name San in 2025?
- San ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name San most popular?
- San peaked in 1967, reaching #2030 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name San with classmates?
- San will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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